Three keys to victory for Michigan State to defeat North Dakota State
Ahead of the Spartans opening NCAA Tournament game against North Dakota State, check out our three keys to victory.
The day is finally here, with Michigan State returning to action in the NCAA Tournament. Coming into the 2026 edition of March Madness as a No. 3 seed, it is the 28th consecutive trip for the Spartans in the big dance.
The festivities will open around 4:05 p. m. when the Spartans square off with the No.
14 seed North Dakota State Bison. Michigan State is looking to squander a poor taste in their mouth after losing in their opening game of the Big Ten Tournament and are seeking to gain momentum in this tournament with a big first win over the Bison. While the Spartans are a 16.
5-point favorite in this game, and a No. 3 seed expects to beat a No. 14 seed, anything is possible in the NCAA Tournament, as MSU knows all too well from a decade ago.